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CA AB230
Bill
Status
1/26/2026
Primary Sponsor
Rhodesia Ransom
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AI Summary
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Extends the Pierce's Disease Control Program and Pierce's Disease Management Account from March 1, 2031 to March 1, 2036, allowing continued state efforts to combat Pierce's disease and the glassy-winged sharpshooter pest affecting grape crops
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Continues the Pierce's Disease and Glassy-winged Sharpshooter Board and associated annual assessments on grape processors through March 1, 2036, contingent on a favorable referendum vote by eligible producers and processors
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Requires the Secretary of Food and Agriculture to establish by April 15, 2030 a list of persons eligible to vote in a referendum on continuing the program's assessment provisions
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Extends the secretary's advisory task force on Pierce's disease control and management from March 1, 2031 to March 1, 2036
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Makes an appropriation by extending continuously appropriated funds for research and pest control activities related to Pierce's disease
Legislative Description
Pest control: Pierce’s disease.
Last Action
In Senate. Read first time. To Com. on RLS. for assignment.
1/27/2026